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Fujifilm X-S20 vs Fujifilm X-T5

Short AnswerFujifilm X-S20 wins more of the spec-sheet categories, but the right pick depends on what you shoot.

By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read

Camera A

Fujifilm X-S20

Launch Price
$1,299
Announced
2023-05
MirrorlessAPS-C26.1 MPFujifilm X
VS
Camera B

Fujifilm X-T5

Launch Price
$1,699
Announced
2022-11
MirrorlessAPS-C40.2 MPFujifilm X

Winner By Photographic Discipline

ResolutionFujifilm X-T5
Continuous ShootingFujifilm X-S20
Image StabilizationTie
Battery LifeFujifilm X-S20
WeightFujifilm X-S20
Launch PriceFujifilm X-S20

Key Technical Performance Deltas

Resolution (MP)
A
26.1
B
40.2
Electronic Burst (fps)
A
30
B
20
Stabilization (Stops)
A
7
B
7
Battery (Shots)
A
750
B
580
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A
491
B
557

Form Factor

Fujifilm X-S20
127.7 × 85.1 × 65.4 mm
Fujifilm X-T5
129.5 × 91 × 63.8 mm

Reasons To Choose Each

Choose Fujifilm X-S20 If…

  • Higher continuous shooting (30 fps vs 20 fps)
  • Higher battery life (750 shots vs 580 shots)
  • Lighter body (491 g vs 557 g)
  • Costs less at launch ($1299 vs $1699)

Choose Fujifilm X-T5 If…

  • Higher resolution (40.2 MP vs 26.1 MP)

How To Choose Between Them

Compare the winners above against your own priorities. A lead in one category only matters if you use it.

Comprehensive Specification Table

SpecFujifilm X-S20Fujifilm X-T5
Sensor
FormatAPS-CAPS-C
Megapixels26.1 MP40.2 MP
Sensor TypeBSI X-Trans CMOS 4X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Max Native ISO1280012800
Stabilization7 Stops7 Stops
Autofocus
Low-Light AF-7 EV-7 EV
Speed
Mechanical Burst8 fps15 fps
Electronic Burst30 fps20 fps
Fastest Mechanical Shutter1/40001/8000
Fastest Electronic Shutter1/320001/180000
Viewfinder & Screen
ViewfinderEVFEVF
EVF Resolution2.36M3.69M
LCD Size3"3"
LCD TypeVari-angleTilting
Video
Best Video6.2K 30p6.2K 30p
Internal Color10-bit 4:2:210-bit 4:2:2
Body
Weight491 g557 g
Battery (CIPA)750 Shots580 Shots
Weather Sealed—Yes
Launch Price12991699

Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.